Things used to be different. I used to feel appreciated and loved by you. Now I feel like nothing, but an afterthought.

You come through those doors and I look up to greet you, but you never look happy to see me. So what do I do?

I chase after you into the kitchen and sit at the table as I watch you unpack your belongings and try to make conversation..even small talk.

Our words die and we part ways until a common entity calls us together once again.

I often spend time in solidarity. I am sure you contemplate as to why.

Every time they awaken you from your daze, you answer. You are alert and interested to them when they request your attention even if they just wish to tell you about their day, upcoming events, or accomplishments or to complain about a rough situation.

Why am I different? Is it because I am disabled? Am I such a strain that even the mere thought of my voice produces a cringe upon your face?

Maybe it is because I am the academic failure. Surely you would rather hear about the success of an engineer rather than a failed musician.

I know. It wasn’t my fault and that’s what you’ll say.

I know I have limitations……

but that is all you see. You are incapable of noticing the dreams, talents and passion I am capable of.

Listen to my words and my feelings. You once requested I speak to you, truth. Now I am invisible. nothing…but a being who takes up space in your home.